How to Become a Teacher in Connecticut: Teacher Certification

This is a guide to the usual steps a person who wants to become a teacher in the state of Connecticut might take to become certified to teach in the state. Please check with your state to make sure you have the most up-to-date information about the certification process.

Traditional Approach for the Connecticut Teacher Certification

Take a teacher prep course. This may be student teaching, specific prep programs, or an internship. In order to receive an Connecticut Teacher Certification, you must have some experience in teaching, even if it’s unpaid.

Complete the content area assessment through the Praxis I and Praxis II. Call (860) 713-6969 for more information.

Alternative Approach for the Connecticut Teacher Certification

There are other ways to earn your Connecticut Teacher Certification, even without completing the teacher education program. One option is for you to complete a nine-week summer teaching program before you begin in the classroom. The other option is for people who are currently working and plan to begin their teaching career part-time: they can attend a 24-week course with classes during nights and weekends. The following are the rest of the steps to both of the options:

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